ATLANTA, GA.—The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announced recently that Union Hill High School student Marcus A. Lawton has been selected for membership.

The Society recognizes top scholars and invites only those students who have achieved academic excellence. The announcement was made by NSHSS founder and chairman Claes Nobel, a senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes.

“On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and commitment that Marcus has demonstrated to achieve this level of academic excellence,” Nobel said. “Marcus is now a member of a unique community of scholars—a community that represents our very best hope for the future.”

“Our vision is to build a dynamic international organization that connects members with meaningful content, resources and opportunities,” said NSHSS president James Lewis. “We aim to help students like Marcus build on their academic successes and enhance the skills and desties to have a positive impact on the global community.”